Leading men from Steve McQueen to Chris Evans have made fisherman sweaters popular on the big screen. But before they did, they were initially worn by—you guessed it—fishermen and farmers beginning in the 18th and 19th centuries. The official name of this type of sweater is Aran, which derives from the Aran Islands off the West coast of Ireland. It's notable for using intricately textured stitch patterns, several of which are combined in a single garment. The sweater is typically knitted from hardy sheep's wool—warm and moisture-wicking enough to be worn in inclement weather.

Although the original sweater was made from wool, other brands today have reinterpreted this classic with easier-to-wear cotton and even cashmere. Several colors and prints have brought new life into this garment; however, we will always be reaching for the classic cream-colored one—it's versatile and looks good on anyone. How much you want to spend is entirely up to you, but one thing is for certain, these will always be in style and keeping you warm.